Break the Loop

Adam Mirkowski is a game designer who wants to make entertainment that isn’t a waste of time. They pen a blog about how to create games worth your time.

3 game design lessons from the world's most popular sport

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How to write a branching narrative and won’t lose your mind

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What do politics and game design have in common?

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Is your idea for the game worth making?

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Can rewards demotivate players?

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Could the game development be a good story to tell?

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Don’t make the game for yourself!

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How we play and why it matters

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Zen, supermarkets and the art of simulator games

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Why is a silent protagonist often the best choice for a game?

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Creators intentions vs. players' behavior

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Why open worlds don't necessarily make us feel autonomous?

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Why do people love headshots in video games?

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Why does our mind like cards and chips?

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Which games will be the next indie hits?

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Why do players prefer to fight than help? And how to change it.

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